1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1997 Tata Estate
To start off, 1997 Tata Estate is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (148 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1997 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1997 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Tata Estate weights approximately 460 kg more than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1997 Tata Estate | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Tata |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Estate |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2830 mm |
